Hanham Woods Academy vs Sidmouth College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 97 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hanham Woods Academy
Bristol · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
825 students
Sidmouth College
Sidmouth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
825 students
| Measure | Hanham Woods Academy Bristol, South West | Sidmouth College Sidmouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 52 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #181 of 402 | #156 of 402 |
| National rank | #1863 of 4,090 | #1719 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 825 | 825 |
| Pupils on roll | 825 | 825 |
| Free school meals | 17.8% | 24.1% |
| Capacity filled | 91.7% | 91.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.1 | 45.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 38.5% | 54.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 62.8% | 72.5% |
| EBacc average points | 3.86 | 3.74 |
| A level points per entry | – | 28.8 |
| town | Bristol | Sidmouth |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.hanhamwoods.academy | www.sidmouthcollege.devon.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Sidmouth College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (55.0 vs 52.3).
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hanham Woods Academy better than Sidmouth College?
On the Success Index (England), Sidmouth College ranks higher (55.0 vs 52.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Hanham Woods Academy and Sidmouth College?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Sidmouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hanham Woods Academy: 825. Sidmouth College: 825. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hanham Woods Academy and Sidmouth College rank in South West?
Hanham Woods Academy is 181st of 402 and Sidmouth College is 156th of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).